I was pleased to discover that two of my favourite herbs are adundant in my new garden; lavender and rosemary. (At least, I think lavender is a herb - I know it has medicinal applications and can be used in cooking.)
Although it is autumn, the lavender is still in full bloom. I am planning lavender sachets for under my pillows but so far have done nothing - nothing except enjoy the scent of lavender as I brush past. Which is very lovely on its own.
The rosemary bushes have almost finished flowering but still attracts lots of bees.
I haven't done much in my new garden yet, apart from watch and observe. A garden is like a friend that you have to get to know, rather than rush in gung-ho with changes. But I am developing ideas about things I would like to do: plant a vegetable garden in the spring; underplant some of the roses with herbs; add an extra fruit tree or two. However, at the moment I am happy just to watch and admire from a distance.
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It's an exciting adventure...discovering what pops up in a garden you didn't plant. We ended up with beautiful tulips and daffodils that we didn't expect and they give a great deal of joy!
My friend's girlfriend once made her a woven lavender wand. I always thought it was the coolest thing ever, but I never have fresh lavender plants. Check it out sometime, it makes great, inexpensive gifts!
How lovely!
I know you are enjoying the gardens and planning all of the things you want to add and make it your very own.
Anything that attracts bees is a great addition to a garden, I think :-)
Beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing them!
They are my definetly my favourite plants. Lavender has many uses and smells gorgeous and everyone should have a rosemary plant in their garden, think of roast lamb with rosemary YUM!
xox
I love how you compared friendship to a new garden! So true.
The word "Lavender" comes from the Latin "lavare" which means "to wash". According to folklore lavender is a favourite scent of the elves, which is why it is sometimes called an Elf Leaf. I love it too :D and grow in my garden.
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